2004 Acura EL vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Acura EL.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | EL | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
